It’s always the eleventh-hour lessons that get you far! This was what exactly Bronny James tried ahead of his G-League debut. Luckily, he had one of the world’s best ballers in his house, LeBron James. Saturday night was an extremely important event for the James family, as the 20-year-old joins the Lakers‘ G-League affiliate, the South Bay Lakers, to further develop his skills in the pro-balling realm. However, before the crucial debut, the rising star had a whimsical interference!

Much before the tip-off, the James family arrived at the UCLA Health Training Center to watch Bronny in action. As the South Bay players warmed up, taking shots, Bronny stepped away for a moment to speak with his dad. And guess what? LeBron James quickly switched into coach mode. The visuals suggested that LeBron was offering Bronny some shooting tips.

At that time, 10-year-old Zhuri, who was having her own dribbling session near King James, tried to grasp her father’s words into her game. Probably. Moreover, she finally grabbed Bron’s attention as she attempted a shot from the baseline. Must be a family tradition! Unfortunately, it was an air-ball, and it left a smile on the superstar’s face.

Baseline jumpers have something to do with the James family. In 2003, LeBron James scored his first-ever professional score off a baseline jumper. 21 years later, Bronny dropped his first field goal off a baseline jumper. Guess what, the 20-year-old’s first bucket for the South Bay Lakers was also off a baseline jumper. So, will this be taken as a sign of Bronny’s bright future ahead?

Bronny James kick starts G-League stint with a 6-point outing

This could probably be the highly anticipated G-League game so far. Notably, several reports even claimed that the tickets were sold out days before the game. Well, the fans were disappointed as plenty of members from the Lakers fold like JJ Redick, Anthony Davis, D’Angelo Russell, and many others witnessed the game from the courtside.

Fittingly, Bronny James scored the first-ever bucket of the game from the baseline, setting the tone for the match. However, he struggled to make an impact offensively, finishing the game with a 2-9 shooting performance and 0-4 from beyond the arc. On the other hand, Quincy Olivari delivered a standout all-around performance, putting up 28 points, 10 rebounds, and 6 assists, solidifying his case as a potential rising star in the league.

Despite his struggles on the offensive end, Bronny James made a significant impact defensively. The 20-year-old showcased his lockdown perimeter defense, recording 2 steals and 1 block in his 31 minutes of play. Ultimately, the Los Angeles Lakers secured a comfortable 110-96 win. With 49 more games remaining in the season, it’s a grand opportunity for Bronny to gain valuable game experience, something that had been lacking since his freshman year. This stretch could be crucial for his development as he continues to adjust and improve on the court.

There isn’t any surety that James Sr. would make a visit for every single game, but he might be present on his off nights. Will Bronny James develop into NBA-worthy guard within a season? Let us know in the comments below.